Shalford Primary School
URN: 142935 • Braintree CM7 5EZ
Overview
- Name
- Shalford Primary School
- URN
- 142935
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE COMPASS PARTNERSHIP OF SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Timothy Arding (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01371850336
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church End, Braintree CM7 5EZ
Summary
Shalford Primary School, located in Braintree, Essex, is a small, mixed academy that has been serving the local community since its establishment in 1874. With a current enrolment of 75 pupils and a capacity of 105, the school prides itself on providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. The school emphasizes a values-based education, focusing on principles such as hope, trust, responsibility, respect, courage, and perseverance.
The curriculum at Shalford is designed to be engaging and high-quality, enriched by various trips and experiences that enhance learning. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, considering it the foundation of all learning, and ensures that resources such as libraries and book corners are well-stocked. Teachers are dedicated to knowing each child individually, fostering a supportive atmosphere conducive to personal growth.
Shalford Primary School welcomes visitors and prospective families, offering tours and information sessions to help parents understand the school's ethos and educational approach. For those interested in admissions for September 2025 or mid-year applications, the school provides clear guidance on the process.
The curriculum at Shalford is designed to be engaging and high-quality, enriched by various trips and experiences that enhance learning. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, considering it the foundation of all learning, and ensures that resources such as libraries and book corners are well-stocked. Teachers are dedicated to knowing each child individually, fostering a supportive atmosphere conducive to personal growth.
Shalford Primary School welcomes visitors and prospective families, offering tours and information sessions to help parents understand the school's ethos and educational approach. For those interested in admissions for September 2025 or mid-year applications, the school provides clear guidance on the process.
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE COMPASS PARTNERSHIP OF SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 75
- Boys
- 34
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 20.00
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 75 | 34 | 41 | 105 | 20.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 70 | 37 | 33 | 105 | 20.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 64 | 40 | 24 | 105 | 18.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 64 | 40 | 24 | 105 | 18.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 62 | 38 | 24 | 105 | 22.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 56 | 38 | 18 | 105 | 5.40 |
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